🧄🧀 Air Fryer Pull-Apart Cheese Garlic Bread

Golden and crispy on the outside, soft and buttery on the inside — this Air Fryer Pull-Apart Cheese Garlic Bread is loaded with garlicky butter and melty cheese in every bite. It’s the perfect quick side dish or party appetizer!

Ready in about 15 minutes.

This pull-apart bread is sliced in a crisscross pattern, stuffed with garlic butter and gooey cheese, then air fried until perfectly toasted. The edges get beautifully crisp while the center stays soft and cheesy. No oven required — and way faster than traditional baked versions!

It’s shareable, comforting, and completely irresistible.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

• 1 small round sourdough loaf or crusty boule

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

• Pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Bread

Using a sharp knife, cut the bread in a crisscross pattern (about 1-inch squares), being careful not to cut all the way through the bottom.

2️⃣ Make Garlic Butter

Mix melted butter with minced garlic and a pinch of salt.

3️⃣ Fill

Gently pull apart the cuts and brush garlic butter deep into the crevices.
Stuff mozzarella and Parmesan evenly between the slices.

4️⃣ Air Fry

Wrap loosely in foil (to prevent over-browning).
Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 6–8 minutes.

Open foil and cook another 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted and slightly golden.

5️⃣ Finish

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.

🔥 Tips for Best Results

• Don’t skip the foil for the first cook — it prevents burning.

• Use low-moisture mozzarella for less sogginess.

• For extra crispiness, lightly spray the top before the final 2–3 minutes.

• If your loaf is large, cut it in half to fit your air fryer.

🧀 Flavor Variations

• Spicy: Add red pepper flakes.

• Italian Style: Add Italian seasoning and provolone.

• Bacon Ranch: Add cooked bacon bits and a drizzle of ranch.

• Stuffed Version: Add small pepperoni pieces.

❓ FAQ

Q: Can I use frozen bread?
Yes, thaw first for even cooking.

Q: How do I store leftovers?
Wrap tightly and refrigerate up to 2 days. Reheat in air fryer at 320°F for 3–4 minutes.

Q: Can I make it ahead?
Yes! Prep and refrigerate. Air fry just before serving.